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Guide describing how to insert a replacement window in an existing home.
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Guide describing how to replace a window sash in an existing home.
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Guide describing how to modify an existing window sash for high-efficient windows.
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Guide describing how to install low-e interior storm windows.
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Guide describing a complete window replacement in existing homes.
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Guide describing how to install low-e exterior storm windows.
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City of San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation,
University of San Antonio College of Architecture,
Alamo Hardwoods,
ARTchitectural Interiors,
American Institute of Architects Center for Architecture,
San Antonio Conservation Society
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Presentation describing old window rehabilitation including comparison of rehabilitated and replaced windows, maintenance of historic windows, and other rehabilitation measures for old buildings.
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Guide providing information about high-performance and high-efficiency windows including ENERGY STAR-certified windows.
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Guide describing how to air-seal the rough openings around doors and windows.
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Guide describing how to minimize framing around doors and windows to reduce heat losses and gains through structural framing.
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HIRL
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Fact sheet describing methods for flashing and air-sealing windows and doors.
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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Technical report assessing the market for Low-e storm windows based on market data, case studies, and recent experience with weatherization deployment programs.
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Guide describing how to install spray foam on the exterior of the existing home after framing over the existing siding.
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Guide describing the design and installation considerations for recladding of above grade walls using insulated vinyl siding.
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Guide describing how to air-seal doors that are next to unconditioned spaces.
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Guide describing how to install stucco over rigid foam insulation in new and existing homes.
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The maximum U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) requirements for fenestration (windows) and skylights in new homes, as listed in the 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2021 International Energy Code (IECC) and the 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), can be...
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Guide describing how to apply an air control layer directly over existing wall sheathing and cover with two layers of insulating sheathing held in place by vertical furring strips.
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Guide describing how to insulate the walls of an existing home with spray foam insulation.
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Vinyl Siding Institute,
Newport Ventures
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This presentation will help you define insulated siding, understand R-value testing of insulated siding, describe proper installation of insulated siding, comply with energy codes and understand building energy performance program and software recognition.
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Guide describing how to install insulated concrete forms to block excessive heat loss and gain though structural framing.
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Guide describing how to insulate headers over doors and windows to reduce heat loss and heat gain through solid wood framing.
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Guide describing how to frame a wall with minimal wall studs to prevent heat losses and gains through walls.
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Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.
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Ply Gem Siding Group
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
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Guide describing the types of whole-house fans, installation details to reduce energy loss, and how to operate them for comfort and energy savings based on climate zone.
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This measure guides describes how to install structural insulated panels to block excessive heat loss and gain though structural framing.
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Guide describing ways to seal drywall to the top plate of an exterior wall to air-seal the wall cavity.
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Guide describing how to use a blower door test to determine building envelope air leakage.
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Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.
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Guide describing how to frame and insulate exterior-to-interior wall intersections to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.
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Guide describing blown insulation into exterior wall cavities of existing homes with minimal disruption to occupants.
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Information guide providing background information about moisture flow in residential buildings.
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Guide describing how to correctly air-seal a wall with missing top plates or open wall cavities.
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Information guide providing background information about air flow in residential buildings.
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Guide describing construction and insulation techniques for double wall framing.
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Guide describing how to achieve RESNET Grade 1 installation standards, and meet/exceed code using batt insulation in existing walls.
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Guide describing air barrier installation, insulation installation, and air-sealing for double walls (half or full walls included in a home design as an architectural feature that provides a more dimensional appearance).
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Guide describing how to properly test the air barrier between the garage and house, and how to ensure the air barrier is tight enough to prevent garage air from entering the home.
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Guide describing how to air-seal electrical wiring throughout a home.
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Guide describing how to air-seal around plumbing and piping penetrations through walls, ceilings, and floors.
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Guide describing how to add spray foam insulation to the underside of the existing roof deck as part of the conversion of a vented attic to an unvented, insulated attic.
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Guide describing how to install continuous air barriers in exterior walls.
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Guide describing how to insulate a basement to improve the overall thermal performance of the building and provide more dry, usable conditioned space for home occupants and HVAC equipment.
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Guide describing ways to air-seal an attached garage in new and existing homes.
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Guide describing how to air-seal sill plates in single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing how to select and install whole-house ventilation systems for existing homes.